"The Jackyl" redirects here. For }, see Jackal }}}. Don Callis is a Canadian former professional wrestler and manager, best known for his appearances with Extreme Championship Wrestling as color commentator Cyrus the Virus. Career Don Callis became a wrestler after looking for a sport to play while attending the University of Manitoba, where he earned a Degree in Political Studies. He was trained by local wrestling promoter Tony Condello and debuted in 1989. Wrestling under the name Don Casablancas, Callis formed a tag team with Rick Martel known as "The Supermodels". He also teamed with The Psycho as "The Mercenaries of Mayhem" under the tutelage of their manager The Golden Sheik. In 1990 Callis debuted with the West Four Wrestling Alliance, where he became a five time Heavyweight Champion. Callis began a heated feud with f